Here’s a snapshot of distribution by state and crop as well as per-acre payment rates by crop for the $9.8 billion in market relief payments for farmers.

As the 119^th Congress begins, the Senate’s opening day promises to be largely ceremonial versus the dramatic House speaker election. Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., plans to pass individual appropriations bills and a farm bill as well as focus on regular order and extended floor debates.

James Palmer’s recent analysis in Foreign Policy’s China Brief described 2024 as a “relatively quiet if depressing year for China.” However, Palmer points out 2025 could be a lot stormier, especially when it comes to clashes with the U.S.